Status:
valid
Authors:
G.Beck.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1891
Citation Micro:
Ann. K. K. Naturhist. Hofmus. 6: 341 (1891)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000541277
Common Names
- Dinaric Columbine
- Dinaric Granny's Bonnet
- Dinaric Larkspur
Synonyms
- Aquilegia amaliae dinarica (Beck) Hayek [unknown]
- Aquilegia vulgaris dinarica (Hayek) Brühl [unknown]
Description
Aquilegia dinarica (also called Dinaric columbine, among many other common names) is a species of perennial flowering plant native to the mountainous regions of Europe and Asia. It grows in moist, shady, and rocky areas, and prefers a cool climate.
Uses & Benefits
Aquilegia dinarica is a popular garden plant, often used as a border or edging plant. Its bright flowers attract butterflies and hummingbirds, and its foliage is attractive to deer and other wildlife. It is also used as a cut flower and in dried arrangements.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Aquilegia dinarica are white with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are dark green and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aquilegia dinarica is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. It can tolerate a wide range of soil types, but prefers sandy soils. It is drought tolerant once established.
Where to Find Aquilegia dinarica
Aquilegia dinarica is native to Europe and can be found in moist meadows, woodlands, and along streams and rivers.
Aquilegia dinarica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aquilegia dinarica?
Aquilegia dinarica
What is the common name of Aquilegia dinarica?
Dinaric Columbine
What type of plant is Aquilegia dinarica?
Herbaceous perennial
Species in the Aquilegia genus
Aquilegia alpina,
Aquilegia amaliae,
Aquilegia aragonensis,
Aquilegia atrata,
Aquilegia atrovinosa,
Aquilegia atwoodii,
Aquilegia aurea,
Aquilegia baltistanica,
Aquilegia baluchistanica,
Aquilegia barbaricina,
Aquilegia barnebyi,
Aquilegia bernardi,
Aquilegia bertolonii,
Aquilegia blecicii,
Aquilegia borodinii,
Aquilegia brevistyla,
Aquilegia buergeriana,
Aquilegia caerulea,
Aquilegia canadensis,
Aquilegia cazorlensis,
Aquilegia champagnatii,
Aquilegia chaplinei,
Aquilegia chitralensis,
Aquilegia chrysantha,
Aquilegia colchica,
Aquilegia confusa,
Aquilegia cottia,
Aquilegia cymosa,
Aquilegia desertorum,
Aquilegia desolaticola,
Aquilegia dichroa,
Aquilegia dinarica,
Aquilegia discolor,
Aquilegia ecalcarata,
Aquilegia einseleana,
Aquilegia elegantula,
Aquilegia euchroma,
Aquilegia eximia,
Aquilegia flabellata,
Aquilegia flavescens,
Aquilegia formosa,
Aquilegia fosteri,
Aquilegia fragrans,
Aquilegia ganboldii,
Aquilegia gegica,
Aquilegia glandulosa,
Aquilegia gracillima,
Aquilegia grata,
Aquilegia guarensis,
Aquilegia hinckleyana,
Species in the Ranunculaceae family
Aconitum soyaense,
Aconitum abietetorum,
Aconitum acutiusculum,
Aconitum ajanense,
Aconitum alboflavidum,
Aconitum alboviolaceum,
Aconitum alpino-nepalense,
Aconitum ambiguum,
Aconitum amplexicaule,
Aconitum angulatum,
Aconitum angusticassidatum,
Aconitum angustifolium,
Aconitum anthora,
Aconitum apetalum,
Aconitum aquilonare,
Aconitum artemisiifolium,
Aconitum assamicum,
Aconitum atlanticum,
Aconitum austriacum,
Aconitum austrokoreense,
Aconitum axilliflorum,
Aconitum azumiense,
Aconitum baburinii,
Aconitum baicalense,
Aconitum baicalense,
Aconitum bailangense,
Aconitum barbatum,
Aconitum baumgartenianum,
Aconitum berdaui,
Aconitum bhedingense,
Aconitum bicolor,
Aconitum biflorum,
Aconitum brachypodum,
Aconitum bracteolatum,
Aconitum brevicalcaratum,
Aconitum brevilimbum,
Aconitum brevipetalum,
Aconitum brunneum,
Aconitum bucovinense,
Aconitum bujbense,
Aconitum bulbilliferum,
Aconitum bulleyanum,
Aconitum burnatii,
Aconitum calthifolium,
Aconitum cammarum,
Aconitum campylorrhynchum,
Aconitum cannabifolium,
Aconitum carmichaelii,
Aconitum changianum,
Aconitum charkeviczii,